Production Process Engineer - Military Veterans
Hilti Inc. · Lewisville, TX
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 8 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Hilti Inc. (industrial) in Lewisville, TX.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Kaizen, Root cause, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Process Engineer roles in Texas: typical posted base $76k–$120k.
Median of the low and high ends of 16 live postings that list pay, out of 68 process engineer openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 67 other live process postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $76k–$120k, from 16 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 46%
- ✓ Lean 32%
- SPC 26%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 26%
- New product launch 26%
- Team leadership 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Process team at Hilti Inc.
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
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Full description from Hilti Inc.As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
What You'll do
- ◆Complete Engineer-to-Order (ETO) and Made-to-Order (MTO) prefabrication requests and deliver project packages on time, at quality, and in full; escalate issues as complexity warrants.
- ◆Facilitate collaboration and discussion within the immediate team on technical scheduling, production, and quality topics.
- ◆Identify process inefficiencies and use established Lean methods, including Continuous Improvement Process and A3, to resolve them; collect process data, conduct root cause analysis, report data trends, and recommend solutions.
- ◆Use your understanding of prefabrication process flow to optimize local Production Engineering processes through small and medium adjustments.
- ◆Analyze multiple scenarios to develop alternative solutions and backup plans, enabling resilient project execution under guided direction.
- ◆Structure assigned projects into well-defined tasks with clear instructions and deliverables; create project plans with accurately estimated timelines and resources.
- ◆Connect and collaborate within the Product Modification team and with Large Project Execution groups, including Project Execution Management, Fulfilment Managers, Engineers, and Computer-Aided Design modelers.
- ◆Build effective partnerships within the Product Modification team and with Large Project Execution stakeholders to support achievement of project objectives.
- ◆Communicate insights through well-structured presentations tailored to peers and managers, incorporating guidance to ensure shared understanding.
- ◆Foster innovation and drive change by proactively identifying improvement opportunities and promoting a culture of accountability.
- ◆Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
Planning systems.
- ✓Proven problem-solving skills and a track record of driving process improvement initiatives, such as Lean tools, continuous improvement projects, and Kaizen, with measurable outcomes preferred.
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Improve the Process. Strengthen Production. Make Construction Better.
The Production Process Engineer develops and implements systems, processes, and equipment procedures to ensure time-efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality production manufacturing outputs.
What You’ll Bring
- •This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization or visa sponsorship (including initial, transfer, or extension), and candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and remain authorized for the duration of employment without the need for sponsorship.
- •Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering required; technical master’s degree preferred.
- •One year of relevant experience in an industrial or production engineering role required; experience within a plant environment preferred.
- •Thorough understanding of design engineering, including technical drawing interpretation, plant engineering, industrial engineering, and tooling.
- •Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and strong analytical and proactive problem-solving skills.
- •Understanding of manufacturing planning concepts, configuration management, and Engineering and Manufacturing Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- •Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- •Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and in Enterprise Resource Planning and Material
Working Conditions
Normal office conditions; some exposure to manufacturing and warehousing environments, including some bending and lifting. Up to 15% domestic and international travel required.
What’s In It for You